We are delighted to have film expert Maggie Hoffgen introducing the films for the Italian Film Season.
After graduating as a foreign language teacher in Germany, Maggie worked at the Goethe-Institut in Manchester as lecturer and teacher trainer for over 10 years. Her interest in film led her to do an MA in Film Studies.
At Manchester University language centre, Maggie taught courses on language and culture. An interest in film led her to do an MA in Film Studies; this has led to a career in lecturing on film. Maggie has worked on a variety of projects for Cornerhouse and HOME, including study days, introductions to films and directors, and evening courses on subjects including film studies, film noir, sound on film, genre, David Lynch and many more. She also teaches on the BFI Film Academy.
Previously, Maggie has taught film History and classic Hollywood at The University of Salford. She is also an author of articles, study materials and books on film.
